Overview
- Minnesota’s Department of Children, Youth and Families said inspectors found children at eight of nine sites referenced in the video and confirmed the centers were operating as expected.
- The agency said four of the nine providers are under further review, and it reported 55 active investigations across Child Care Assistance Program providers.
- HHS froze federal child-care dollars to the Minnesota centers named in the video until they submit detailed records and announced stricter nationwide verification before states can draw Child Care and Development Fund money.
- Federal law enforcement said resources have been increased in Minnesota as long-running fraud probes continue, including examinations of alleged links to the Feeding Our Future case, though the centers in the video have not been charged.
- Several providers reported harassment and threats since the video circulated, while state and community leaders warned that unvetted claims are fueling safety risks and harmful rhetoric.